Tree removal in Huntington, TX
Eastern Angelina County, on the way to Sam Rayburn Reservoir.
Huntington is in eastern Angelina County, about 10 miles southeast of Lufkin on U.S. Route 69, and is known as the "Gateway to Lake Sam Rayburn." For tree removal, stumps or trimming in Huntington, call (936) 299-5753 or send the form.
A railroad name, a big lake
The town is named for Collis Potter Huntington, chairman of the Southern Pacific Railroad when the town was formed. Sam Rayburn Reservoir, on the Angelina River, is the largest lake wholly within Texas, and the Angelina National Forest lies along its north and south shores. During Rita in 2005, the weather service logged an unofficial gust near 100 mph near the reservoir.

Ask the city
We didn't find Huntington's yard waste or burning rules in a form we could cite; ask the City of Huntington. For storm damage, see storm and emergency trees.
Where these facts come from
- Wikipedia: Huntington, Texas
- Wikipedia: Sam Rayburn Reservoir
- Wikipedia: Angelina National Forest
- National Weather Service, Shreveport: Hurricane Rita, September 24, 2005
Checked October 27, 2026. Agencies and price guides update without notice; open the link before relying on a figure.
Common questions
What is Huntington, TX known for?
It's known as the "Gateway to Lake Sam Rayburn," the largest lake wholly within Texas.